Security Officer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Ilfracombe
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Security
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Security Guarding License CCTV Operation Incident Reporting Patrols Customer Safety Detention of Offenders Tablet Use

FULL DESCRIPTION

Security Officer

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is hiring a Retail Security Officer for Lidl in Ilfracombe (EX34 8BS). This is a full-time, on-site role with day shifts. Pay: £15.00 per hour.

About the Role

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] has an exciting opportunity for a Retail Security Officer at our Lidl Ilfracombe Store. Enjoy discounted benefits and gain high-quality experience within the security industry. Full training and a quality induction will be provided.

Responsibilities

  • Act as a visual deterrent on the shop floor
  • Safely detain offenders following H&S training
  • Utilize store security systems, including CCTV and EAS gates
  • Collaborate with covert security operatives
  • Investigate losses and support inquiries about known offenders
  • Complete accurate incident reports and company documentation
  • Report crime incidents using a company-provided tablet
  • Conduct routine patrols to ensure customer safety
  • Record patrols in daily activity sheets
  • Provide security updates during store briefings
  • Conduct shift handovers to ensure service continuity
  • Maintain a safe and secure environment for all

Qualifications

  • Door Supervision or Security Guarding License
  • Five-year checkable employment history or documentary evidence of any period of unemployment, self-employment, or education

Benefits

  • Free SIA License Renewal
  • Competitive Holiday Entitlement
  • Pension Scheme
  • Personal Learning Hub & Additional Training
  • 24/7 Virtual GP & Healthcare Benefits
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Full Uniform Provided
  • Exclusive Discounts with Selected Companies
  • Company Share Scheme (SIP & SAYE)
  • Overtime Available

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Since 1987, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’s 80,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company, and our clients range from household names in banking, critical government sites as well as hospitals and schools.

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